Neighborhoods

New Orleans neighborhoods are where the culture and creativity of the Crescent City come to life. From the historic French Quarter to the elegant Garden District to the music-filled Marigny- there is great food, music...more

About New Orleans

New Orleans is a magical place with a unique culture and way of life. Explore our about New Orleans pages to learn more about the city in preparation for a trip you'll never forget!...more

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Nightlife

New Orleans has many distinct neighborhoods that offer nightlife options from incredible live music on Frenchmen Street to intimate cocktails just a neighborhood away. Harrah's Casino caters to the high rollers at heart...more

Festivals

It is said that New Orleans residents should have five good costumes ready to go at any given time. Celebration is at the core of the New Orleans' experience, and to get a true taste of the city, every visitor should...more

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New Orleans Cocktails

In New Orleans, a great drink is just as important as a great meal- and great music for that matter. Check out our list of New Orleans libations and the bars, pubs and lounges where they can be enjoyed....more

Traditional New Orleans Foods

Familiarize yourself with these dishes and be well prepared to savor forkfuls of the culture, tradition and recipe perfection that have earned New Orleans its culinary legacy....more

Animal GrossologyAudubon Aquarium of the Americas
Visitors experience some of the stinkiest, slimiest and downright yukkiest
creatures on Earth in this new exhibit that takes a slightly different view of
the animal kingdom. Solid science and interactive entertainment translates into
big fun for Aquarium guests. Learn why cows chew cud, how snail slime could
help treat cystic fibrosis, and why the dung beetle is nature's original pooper
scooper. Limited engagement - included with admission.

Butterflies in FlightAudubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium
The popular Joe W. and Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation Butterflies in Flight
exhibit has reopened with an amazing array of butterflies, new plantings and
enhanced exhibitry.

This
serene, Asian-inspired garden flutters with life as butterflies swoop and soar
from one flower to another-perhaps even resting for a moment on the shoulder of
a visitor. Close encounters with these beautiful creatures provide vivid
memories that last a lifetime.

Audubon
members now go FREE to the Butterfly Garden and Insectarium!

EVENTS

Go 4th on the River
Woldenberg Park
July 4
Celebrate a fantastic July 4th tradition in New Orleans with fireworks at
nightfall on the Mississippi River. Visitors enjoy a weekend long (July 4
-8) discount of $4 off any admission to Audubon Aquarium or Audubon Butterfly
Garden and Insectarium. This deal is not to be combined with other
discounts or combos.

Looking for a
different way to celebrate Independence Day? How about a visit to the newly
renovated Butterfly Garden? In a most unusual salute to our nation's birthday,
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium staff creates an American flag out of
red, white and blue butterflies! Free with admission, visitors enjoy special
butterfly releases, butterfly specimen identification, butterfly dancers,
crafts, face painting, and much more fluttering fun! Visit www.AudubonInstitute.org
for details.

SEAlebration (Members
Only)
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
August 1
5:00 - 8:00 pm
Audubon members spend an evening at the Aquarium with live music, aquarist
chats, feedings, stage shows and kids activities. This members-only event is a
chance for members to feed stingrays, see a dive show, meet the Aquarium team and
be amazed by undersea wonders. This event is FREE for Audubon Members. Not a
member? Join now or sign up at the door and join the party! www.auduboninstitute.org/join

With
wine and beer from more than 20 bars and delicious cuisine from great local
restaurants, party-goers can soak up the sights and sounds at the third annual
Scales & Ales. Live music, a fabulous raffle and a unique aquatic
atmosphere are highlights of the event. Stroll throughout the Aquarium and onto
the plaza overlooking the Mississippi River for an evening to remember.

Scales
& Ales supports Audubon's conservation and education program.

Audubon
Aquarium of the Americas will close at 3 pm on Friday, September 14, 2012 to
prepare for this event.

Cool Zoo
Audubon Zoo
Audubon Zoo's popular new attraction opens for its second season. Cool Zoo is
an amazing array of fun water toys and activities, including a giant white
alligator slide. Visit all day long!

Cool Zoo Admission:

Individual tickets:
$5 - members
$7 - non-members
In addition to Zoo admission.
POP tickets: Pay one price and enjoy all of Audubon Zoo's additional-fee
attractions, including Cool Zoo, the Endangered Species Carousel, the Swamp
Train and Audubon's Dinosaur Adventure. Visit as often as you'd like throughout
the whole day!
$9 - members
$12- non-members.
In addition to Zoo admission.

ZOO EDUCATION

Stroller Safari
Audubon Zoo welcomes a new early childhood program for children 18-36 months
with a caregiver starting in September. Please contact Brenda Walkenhorst for
details.